QA Supervisor - 1st Shift (Beverage Manufacturer)

Clear Concepts, Inc.; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Concepts, Inc. is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor for the first shift at a confidential beverage manufacturer in the Silver Spring, MD area. You will lead QA personnel in the laboratory and on the production floor to ensure products meet quality, food safety, and regulatory standards.

You will coach your team, review laboratory results, support audits, and partner with plant departments to improve processes and maintain consistent quality across all production stages.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or comparable college or technical education, with a background in biology, chemistry, food science, health sciences, or a related discipline.
• 1–3 years of relevant work experience.
• Manufacturing experience and knowledge of food industry practices.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment and testing in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of sanitation, beverage processes, and microbiological or aseptic techniques.
• Familiarity with liquid chromatography (HPLC) and gas chromatography (GC).
• Strong analytical, math, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication, organization, and team development skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, walk the manufacturing floor, climb stairs, and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Availability to work first shift with flexibility for additional coverage when needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA personnel, organize daily activities, and communicate expectations for quality, safety, and performance.
• Develop team members through training, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Partner with Production and other departments to resolve quality concerns and support food safety practices.
• Oversee assigned quality management programs, including documentation, training, and internal audits.
• Maintain compliance with product specifications, regulatory requirements, customer expectations, and certification standards.
• Review laboratory data for accuracy, investigate exceptions, and identify trends requiring corrective action.
• Recommend process improvements based on testing results and quality performance.
• Prepare for and assist with regulatory, certification, customer, and internal audits.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts that strengthen quality and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team development

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree or equivalent in biology/chemistry/food science/health sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Kronos

Job description

Clear Concepts, Inc. is seeking a Quality Assurance Supervisor for the first shift at a confidential beverage manufacturer in the Silver Spring, MD area. You will lead QA personnel in the laboratory and on the production floor to ensure products meet quality, food safety, and regulatory standards.

You will coach your team, review laboratory results, support audits, and partner with plant departments to improve processes and maintain consistent quality across all production stages.